Pemuteran, Bali is a tranquil fishing village in the northwest of this popular Indonesian island. Unlike other parts of Bali, its quiet community lifestyle makes it an interesting off-the-beaten track tourist destination. I visited Pemuteran while exploring the island for two months on my beautiful Bali road trip. Here are the six of the most […]
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Bali is an incredibly special island, full of spirituality and beauty. But it is becoming increasingly busy. This means you need to know where to go when you’re backpacking Bali.
I have been lucky enough to spend four months exploring this wonderful island, because I just love it here. The main place that draws me back is Ubud which is a haven for yoga lovers.
To the south of the island you have Uluwatu where you can watch an incredible sunset performance at the clifftop temple. In Sanur, I found a fabulous beachfront yoga studio and went back to school to learn Balinese massage. To the east you have the laid-back black sand beach resorts of Amed, where you can scuba dive a famous shipwreck. From Amed you can catch a fast boat to the nearby Gili Islands which are well-loved by backpackers.
In the heart of Bali, among the forested mountains you will find the peaceful village of Munduk. Then to the west you have the beach towns of Pemuteran and Balian which are quieter and well worth a visit.
Browse my posts below for my top tips on the best Bali destinations and inspiring things to do in Bali. Alternatively, read my guide to the best 1 month Bali itinerary here.
The Best Amed Attractions to Enjoy the Real Bali (2025)
If you are looking for a blissful break from the busy destinations in Bali, Amed is the place for you. Amed, Bali is a stretch of coastal villages in the east of the famous Indonesian island. This is my guide to the best Amed attractions. Relaxed, friendly and charmingly modest, there’s a slow pace of […]
This is the Best 3 Day Itinerary for Ubud (2025)
The town of Ubud, on the iconic island of Bali, is spellbinding. Only a few days in this lively yoga community among the rice fields will leave you feeling relaxed and reflective. I stayed for two wonderful months in Bali. Like many travellers, I fell in love with this place and returned to Ubud a […]
The Ultimate Guide to Balian Beach, Bali (2025)
During my road trip around Bali, I discovered a quiet, relaxed and naturally beautiful beach. Balian Beach is on Bali’s unspoilt and uncrowded west coast. It quickly became one of my favourite beaches in Bali. Here is my guide to the best places to stay and things to do in Balian Beach, Bali. These are […]